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Chapter 705 The Battle of Kamas 2
On the bridge of the "Unyielding Truth," Lion King Leon calmly observed the enemy's madness.

He did not waver in the slightest because he had become the focus of attention. Instead, he used this opportunity to constantly adjust the fleet formation, luring the enemy deeper into the territory. At the same time, he ordered the Crimson Crescent Fleet and the Imperial Navy destroyer squadron on the flanks to cut off and surround those enemy ships that were overly aggressive.

"Maintain formation, retreat steadily, and lure them into the crossfire network of the orbital defense platform." The Lion King's voice was clearly transmitted through the communication channel to the ears of the captains of every Imperial ship.

His command was calm and experienced, making full use of his own defensive advantages and terrain.

Just as the space war reached a stalemate, the second wave of attacks from the Thousand-Eyed Warband arrived as scheduled.

Thousands of airdrop pods, assault boats, and transport planes, like swarms of bees emerging from a hive, rose from behind the Chaos Fleet, ignoring the artillery fire of both sides, and charged headlong toward the surface of the planet Kamas.

These drop pods were mostly decorated with blasphemous symbols, their appearance was distorted, and they trailed dark green or dark red tail flames, crashing onto the planet's surface like a meteor shower.

"Enemy airborne troops have begun deployment." Inside the command center, the sensor operator reported loudly, "The numbers are enormous, and the landing points are expected to be spread across the main continents, with a focus on the area around Fortress Monastery."

"Ground defense forces, take up combat positions." The Lion King shifted his gaze from the orbital star map to the image of the planet Kamas displayed on the main screen. "Leona, ground command is now in your hands."

Leona nodded without hesitation. She turned around, the power armor's servo system humming softly, and strode toward the command center exit.

"Company Commander Tycho, Commander Cassius, proceed with the planned defense and engage the enemy." Her voice, clear and calm, reached all the Blood Angels warriors through the communicator.

She quickly boarded the elevator leading to the ground and simultaneously brought up the tactical panel, which displayed in real time the landing point of the enemy's airdrop pod and the deployment of her own troops.

Most of the airdropped pods had a clear objective: to target the defensive positions surrounding the Crimson Crescent Monastery.

When Leona reached the outer wall of the fortress, the first wave of drop pods had already crashed violently onto the hard ground like hail.

The hatch exploded with a twisting metallic scraping sound, and a Chaos Space Marine, clad in filthy power armor and exuding a stench of blood and decay, roared out.

Their explosive guns spat deadly flames, and their chainsaws roared, instantly clashing with the Crimson Crescent outpost deployed on the outermost perimeter.

The explosions of bombs, the hissing of energy weapons, and the roars of warriors immediately shattered the silence on the ground, and the flames of war quickly spread around the fortress.

Leona stood behind a fortified defensive position, her gaze calmly sweeping across the battlefield.

She saw some of the new recruits under the crimson crescent moon appear somewhat flustered under the frenzied assault of the Chaos veterans, and signs of instability appeared in the lines.

"Blood Angels, follow me!" Leona's voice wasn't loud, but it carried a peculiar penetrating power, reaching the ears of every Blood Angel warrior through the power armor's loudspeakers and communication channels.

Instead of holding firm, she decisively launched a counterattack.

She drew the Lion King Sword from her waist, and golden energy instantly enveloped the sword.

With her power armor's leg servo systems operating at full power, she charged out of the fortifications like a streak of deep green lightning, heading straight for a newly established landing point where the enemy had not yet firmly established themselves.

Company Commander Tycho responded almost simultaneously, raising his power sword and roaring, "For Saint Gilles and the Emperor!" Leading his veteran Holy Blood Angels like a red torrent of steel, he launched a fierce counterattack, closely following Leona's figure.

Leona's movements were swift and precise. She dodged the oncoming explosive projectiles, and the Lion King Sword in her hand drew a golden arc.

A Chaos warrior who had just raised his chainsaw axe froze instantly as his helmet and half of his shoulder were cleanly sliced ​​off, spurting out foul blood.

Without pausing, she reversed her sword stance, parried another enemy's power sword, and thrust forward, the tip of her sword precisely piercing the chest seam of the opponent's power armor. The crackling sound of the energy field overload mixed with the sound of bones shattering.

Her presence was like a banner, greatly inspiring the surrounding Crimson Crescent recruits.

They steadied themselves, and the firepower of the bomb guns became more concentrated and organized. Combined with the veterans of the Holy Blood Angels' skillful close combat techniques, they gradually curbed the fierce momentum of the Chaos Assault Team.

Meanwhile, in the secondary command post below the fortress command center, Judge Chen Xi was facing another huge tactical panel, which displayed the surface combat situation and the deployment of mortal forces across the entire planet Kamas.

Countless points of light representing both friendly and enemy units intertwined, creating a vast and complex flow of information.

He maintained real-time contact with the generals of the planetary defense forces, the military advisors of the local governor, the heads of logistics departments, and the commanders of various mortal auxiliary legions through multiple communication channels.

"At 32 degrees north latitude, the 7th Armored Regiment shall advance 500 meters to establish a counter-attack position and cover the right flank of the Holy Blood Angels."

"Enemy infiltration units have been discovered in the eastern canyon. The 118th Regiment of the Kadian Army is to be dispatched to eliminate them and ensure the supply route remains open."

"The orbital defense system reported higher-than-expected energy loss. Prioritize the main power line and activate the backup reactor."

"The medical station reported receiving the first batch of wounded and needs more plasma and surgical supplies. The logistics team 3 was notified to send them immediately."

Chen Xi's voice was steady and clear, and he issued a series of instructions in an orderly manner.

He coordinated hundreds of thousands of ordinary soldiers and logistics personnel to ensure the defense line was solid, the supply line was unobstructed, and the fire support was timely.

He did not personally go to the front lines to wield his sword and kill the enemy, but he controlled the entire battlefield, effectively integrating the seemingly chaotic mortal forces into a solid foundation supporting the Astartes monks in their battles.

His presence ensured that the Lion King and Leona could focus on their forte—tactical command and direct assault—without being distracted by trivial coordination and logistical issues.

Under his command, the entire Kamas defense system functioned like a sophisticated instrument, efficiently responding to the Chaos invaders' frenzied attacks.

In space, the Indomitable Truth continues to endure the most intense attacks, but its counterattacks are becoming increasingly deadly.

Lion King Leon sat firmly on the bridge, like a rock in the eye of the storm, calmly directing this crucial orbital blocking battle, buying precious time and space for victory on the ground.

The Battle of Kamas unfolded in full force amidst the dual flames of space and the ground.

(End of this chapter)